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  • The poisoned paradise

    A romance of Monte Carlo

    by Robert W. Service ...
    In "The Poisoned Paradise," Robert W. Service immerses readers in a vivid portrayal of the Yukon during the Gold Rush, blending elements of adventure, lyrical poetry, and social commentary. The narrative revolves around the tumultuous journey of a prospector who grapples with the duality of human ambition and the idyllic allure of nature. Service's masterful use of rich imagery and rhythmic verse ... Read more

    $2.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • The Collected Verse of Robert Service

    by Robert W. Service ...
    Robert Service (1874-1958) dreamed of a life of adventure and freedom to live and write as he wanted, surrounded by nature and the beauty of the world. Born in Lancashire, England, he developed an urge early on to travel abroad, and set his sights on the rough and tumble "wild west" of Canada. Part journalist and part storyteller, he ventured up and down the west coast of the United States and ... Read more

    $3.99 CAD

  • The trail of '98

    by Robert W. Service ...
    The trail of '98Novel by Robert W. ServiceGenre: FictionThe Trail of '98: A Northland Romance is a 1909 fiction book by Robert W. Service. A tale of adventure and love set at the turn of the 20th century, during the Klondike Gold Rush in Alaska, it follows a young Scotsman who has made his way to the U.S to find work. ... Read more

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  • Ballads of a Cheechako

    by Robert W. Service ...
    This antiquarian book contains a collection of poems written by Robert William Service. A delightful collection of poetic tales of northern gold rush living that offers incredible insights into the lives and outlooks of the men and women of the region, these poems will appeal to any lovers of poetry, and constitute a veritable must-read for fans of Service’s work. The poems include: “To The Man of ... Read more

    $8.09 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • The August Coup

    The Destruction of the Soviet Union and the Making of New Russia 1985-1991

    by Robert Service ...
    'Lively and insightful' – The Times'Magnificent' – The Guardian'A masterly piece of scholarship, written like a political thriller' – The Irish Times‘Superb . . . A work of quite exceptional scholarship and narrative verve’ – Literary Review‘A must-read for those fascinated by the decline and fall of the USSR’ – Mark Galeotti'Immensely well-researched and compellingly written . . . grips the rea.. ... Read more

    $27.99 CAD

    Also available as: Audiobook

    Also available as: Audiobook

  • The Shooting of Dan McGrew: A Novel Based on the Famous Poem of Robert Service

    by Marvin Dana & Robert W. Service ...
    A clatter of hoofs on the gravel of the driveway. A shout from the rider as he swung himself down from the saddle: "Lou!" A woman came swiftly from the cool shadows of the porch into the brilliance of the summer sunlight, to meet the man who now advanced toward her with fond, smiling eagerness. The two kissed very tenderly, for they were lovers still, after seven years of married life. The ... Read more

    $8.69 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Songs of a Sourdough - Poetry Collection

    Enriched edition.

    by Robert W. Service, Isla Gardner ...
    Robert W. Service's 'Songs of a Sourdough' is a captivating poetry collection that immerses readers in the harsh landscape of the Yukon during the Klondike Gold Rush. Through his vivid descriptions and emotive language, Service paints a vivid picture of life in the wild north, capturing both the beauty and brutality of the wilderness. The poems in this collection showcase Service's mastery of ... Read more

    $2.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • The Spell of the Yukon and Other Verses

    by Robert W. Service ...
    This antiquarian volume contains a collection of some of Robert William Service's most influential and esteemed poetry, including 'The Shooting of Dan McGrew' and 'The Cremation of Sam McGee'. This wonderful collection constitutes a must-have for fans and collectors of Service's work, and would make for a worthy addition to anyone's bookshelf. The chapters of this book included: 'The Land God ... Read more

    $10.69 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • History of Modern Russia

    from tsarism to the twenty-first century

    by Robert Service ...
    Russia had an extraordinary twentieth century, undergoing upheaval and transformation. Updating his acclaimed History of Modern Russia, Robert Service provides a panoramic perspective on a country whose Soviet past encompassed revolution, civil war, mass terror, and two world wars. He shows how seven decades of communist rule, which penetrated every aspect of Soviet life, continue to influence ... Read more

    $40.69 CAD

  • Audiobook

    The Best of Robert Service

    by Robert Service, Harriett Shlossberg ...
    Narrated by Mike Puttonen ...

    Unabridged

    1 hour 42 min

    This new and revised edition of poems about the men and women of the North features the most loved ballads by Robert Service, and is narrated by Michael Puttonen. While living in Whitehorse, Robert Service wrote The Cremation of Sam McGee, and other well-known poems. He wrote and published into his mid-eighties. He was quoted as saying, I just go for a walk and come back with a poem in my pocket ... Read more

    $10.89 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

    Also available as: eBook

    Also available as: eBook

  • The Spell of the Yukon and Other Verses, Canadian poetry

    by Robert Service ...
    According to Wikipedia: "Robert William Service (January 16, 1874 September 11, 1958) was a poet and writer, sometimes referred to as "the Bard of the Yukon".[1][2] He is best-known for his writings on the Canadian North, including the poems "The Shooting of Dan McGrew", "The Law of the Yukon", and "The Cremation of Sam McGee". His writing was so expressive that his readers took him for a hard ... Read more

    $1.36 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Songs of a Sourdough

    Enriched edition. Ballads of the Klondike Gold Rush—frontier adventure, rugged Yukon wilderness, and the trials of prospectors

    by Robert W. Service ...
    Robert W. Service's "Songs of a Sourdough" is a poignant collection of ballads and poems that encapsulate the spirit of the Alaskan gold rush. Through its vivid imagery and rhythmic narrative style, the book brings to life the adventures, hardships, and camaraderie of prospectors in the early 20th century. Service's use of colloquial language and his ability to convey a rich, authentic atmosphere ... Read more

    $2.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus